Commercial Finance Manager

Job Description : COMMERCIAL FINANCE MANAGER AUCKLAND NEW ZEALAND his role is integral to the financial and commercial aspects of the business, providing key insights and advice to both the New Zealand business and the Asia Pacific Middle East and Africa South (APMEA South) DRBU (Direct Reporting Business Unit) Finance team. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of commercial trade relationships and will play a crucial role in decision-making processes. This position offers an opportunity to work within a diverse, international group of companies committed to delivering value to shareholders while investing in their market, brands, new product categories, and people. Our client is part of an international group of companies in FMCG that values its employees and invests in their future. They are committed to delivering value to shareholders while investing in their market, brands, new product categories, and people. The company operates within a highly regulated market place where compliance with a complex array of laws and regulations is core to their delivery with integrity in the marketplace. As a Commercial Finance Manager, you will be at the heart of our client's financial operations. You will be responsible for providing critical financial and commercial inputs, offering your expertise during finance meetings, coordinating company plan preparations, and assisting business managers in optimising costs. Your role will also involve managing the delivery of financial information and scenarios, providing valuable input into business cases. You will ensure that Commercial/Marketing Finance is fully integrated into all aspects of Marketing activities. Building effective partnerships both internally and externally will be key to your success. The ideal candidate for the Commercial Finance Manager role brings a wealth of experience in finance management along with a proven understanding of marketing principles and strategy. You will also bring; BCom and CA or CIMA with over 12 years experience Proven experience in the FMCG industry Proven understanding of marketing principles and strategy Understanding of marketing and finance systems (BPS/SAP) Experience in company planning process Strong analytical, organisational, self-management skills with ability to contribute to change in dynamic environment Excellent communication skills with strong people management abilities

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